The student nurse studying tic disorders learns that _________is a motor and vocal tic disorder that may have a chronic motor or sometimes transient tic (APA, 2000)
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Tourette syndrome
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The nurse assesses the following changes in a client's vital signs. Which client situation should be reported to the primary care provider?
a. Decreased blood pressure (BP) after standing up b. Decreased temperature after a period of diaphoresis c. Increased heart rate after walking down the hall d. Increased respiratory rate when the heart rate increases
The nurse assesses periorbital edema and ecchymosis around both eyes of a client who is 6 hours postoperative for craniotomy. Which intervention does the nurse implement for this client?
a. Position the client with the head of the bed flat. b. Apply an ice pack to the affected area. c. Assess arterial blood pressure. d. Notify the health care provider.
Lack of vitamin B12 or impairment of its metabolism can lead to which of the following?
1. Osteomalacia 2. Tetany 3. Pernicious anemia 4. Wernicke's encephalopathy
A question that would be appropriate for the E in the HOPE spiritual assessment tool would be:
A) "Do you have a living will?" B) "Do you want to experience a Catholic mass?" C) "Do you expect to go to heaven when you die?" D) "Do you want to end your drug addiction?"